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"This entry-level biography describes how Wilma Rudolph overcame childhood polio and competed in the Olympics"--Provided by publisher.

'Take Off Track and Field' describes the many different sports that are often performed outdoors. Kids will love reading about running sports and jumping sports, and a special section features the top track and field athletes today.

The inspirational life story of Olympic gold medallist, Caster Semenya, adapted for younger readers.Perfect for 9-12 year olds, and for fans of Marcus Rashford’s YOU ARE A CHAMPION, Caster Semenya’s inspirational life story will inspire young people everywhere to dream big and never give up.Caster Semenya always knew she was different. But in her village, nobody judged her. She was accepted. Running was her passion, and races took her to the bigger towns and cities, which she had always dreamed...

This is the story of P.T. Usha before she became a legend in Indian sports.

This guide contains everything you need to know to participate in and enjoy field athletics.

Training to Succeed: Gymnastics takes a group of young people who are training to become professional gymnasts and explores their lives, training and goals. Along the way, we learn about their setbacks and triumphs and find out what it really takes to succeed in sport at the highest level.

Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important gymnastics skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and photos showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from training to competing - while also finding out something about gymnastics stars of the past and present.Perfect for readers aged 9 and up.The series Sports Skills covers rules, equipment, famous competitors and major competitions thro...

A practical handbook on gymnastics for beginners. With an emphasis on safety, this easy-to-use guide takes readers from basic moves through to more advanced stages. A number of skills are explained in step-by step format, including cartwheels, backflips and vaulting.

The uplifting true story of Minda Dentler, the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the Ironman World Championship triathlon. Minda Dentler made history when she became the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the world's toughest triathlon, using only her arms to finish a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.2 mile marathon. But the journey there wasn't easy. Minda was paralyzed as an infant in India after contracting polio, and was left in the care of an orphanage. After sh...